FM 1709 - FM 1938 Corridor Plan by City of Southlake, Texas

Exhibit 1

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

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Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

MAP 1: SOUTHLAKE 2030 AND SOUTHLAKE 2035 PLANNING SECTORS

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

Citizen Satisfaction Survey Strategic Management System Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals and Objectives Comprehensive Plan Elements City Activities and Operations

Results

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

Category Residential/Vacant

Acreage Percentage 29.99 4%

Household Activities Institutional Living Shopping Restaurant-Type Activity Restaurant-Type Activity with Drive-thru Office Activities Goods Storage/Handling Activities School or Library Emergency-Response or Public Safety Activities Activities Associated with Utilities (Water, Sewer, Power) Flood Control, Dams, and Other Large-Scale Irrigation Activities Health Care, Medical, or Treatment Activities Internment, Cremation, or Grave Digging Social, Cultural, or Religious Assembly Active Leisure Sports Track and Field, Team Sports, Other Sports

95.33 4.31 168.65 0.71 7.70 81.92 38.25 71.87 2.95 2.90 0.90 13.39 2.55 44.09 87.58 2.64

11% <1% 20% <1% 1% 10% 5% 9% <1% <1% <1% 2% <1% 5% 10% <1%

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Passive Leisure Activities Pasturing, Grazing, Livestock Activities No Human Activity or Unclassifiable Activity

29.75 57.43 106.57

4% 7% 13%

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Davis Boulevard Properties Approximately 28 acres. Current land use designation is Mixed Use and the zoning is RE5 and SF-1A.

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Current use is ranch homes on larger acreage.

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Environmental features exist on the west portion of the area including a creek, floodplain, and significant tree cover.

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Properties front on Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) (7 traffic lanes) – projected traffic counts 29,818 ADT. Only current vehicular access is from Davis Blvd. There is no vehicle or pedestrian connectivity to the west.

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If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. Vehicle cross access to adjacent properties (north and south) should be required as development occurs. Commercial drives directly onto Davis Blvd. should be limited and sharing drive access between properties should be considered. There is a possibility that medians will be installed along Davis Blvd. south to Continental and commercial drives should be located in a manner that aligns to future median openings. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the creek area (i.e. restaurant patio facing the creek area). Construct a trail along the creek per the Master Pathways Plan. As development occurs in either LU1 or LU2 (Weisman/Haney tracts), evaluate the possibility of vehicle and pedestrian connectivity across the creek. The scale of development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Uses such as low profile office/health and medical uses or other identified targeted retail/restaurant uses as identified in the Economic Development Plan are encouraged. Building location on the properties should be located near the front building line (front on Davis Blvd.) with parking or the majority of parking behind the building. Change the Retail Commercial land use designation on the consolidated land use map at the north end of the LU1 area to Mixed Use to be consistent with the properties to the south and to broaden potential uses in this area. Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision infrastructure for a future

Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to and replace the retail commercial land use category with the Mixed Use Land Use category. Tier 1 - Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.4, 1.8

PDS

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Weisman and Haney Tracts Approximately 33.5 acres. Current land use designation is primarily Medium Density with Low Density Residential and Floodplain to the east. Zoning is AG and SF-1A. Adjacent properties include two public/semi-public uses to the north and northwest (two churches- Lakeside Presbyterian and The Hills); residential areas to the south, northeast and west (Siena, Brock Drive and Watermere); and undeveloped/underdeveloped property to the east.

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Environmental features exist on the east portion of the area including a creek, floodplain, and significant tree cover. Currently the only vehicular access is onto Southlake Blvd. (right turn only). There is no connectivity to the east across the creek to Davis Blvd. A roadway stub-out exists into the Siena property to the south (Naples Dr.).

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Michael Drive Properties Approximately 14 acres. Current land use designations are Mixed Use on the east side, Floodplain through the center of the site, and Medium Density residential on the west side. Zoning is AG and I-1. Consist of retail and industrial uses. Uses are nonconforming and located in nonconforming

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vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan. If possible, properties should be master planned or developed in a coordinated manner. As development occurs and warrants, vehicular roadway access to either Continental Blvd. via the stub street (Naples Dr.) or access to Davis Blvd. via a future creek crossing shall be provided. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the creek area. Development should occur in a manner that preserves and integrates the natural tree cover into the area through the use of open space and creative design. Existing tree cover along the north property line adjacent to “The Hills” church and the west property line adjacent to “Lakeside Presbyterian” should be preserved in order to provide a natural buffer between the residential development and church property. If the property is developed as a residential subdivision it should be walkable with pedestrian pathway connections to open space areas as well as to the Southlake Blvd. sidewalk system. Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan.

Maintain Medium Density Residential designation west of the creek, specifically allowing garden office type uses. Redevelopment of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves the floodplain corridor. Future redevelopment of the western portion of this area should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to adjacent residential properties in the Siena neighborhood, particularly related to noise,

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.3, 1.4, 1.8

PDS

CBO3; Quality Development

1.4, 1.7, 1.8

PDS

Tier 1 - Evaluate the feasibility of City participation in the provision of infrastructure for a future vehicular creek crossing as part of the 2035 Mobility Plan.

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

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structures. Michael Drive is a private road/drive.

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traffic, building heights, lighting and views. Work with property owners to dedicate a utility easement along Michael Drive.

There are multiple property owners. Floodplain bisects the land use area. Water service to all properties is via a single water meter located on F.M. 1709. FM2 from Southlake 2030 Plan

Tex-Art Stone Area

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Approximately 22 acres. Current land use designations are Retail Commercial at the corner of Davis and Continental; Office Commercial; Public/Semi-Public and Flood Plain. Zoning is AG and CS (LOV Ministries).

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Bear Creek and the associated flood plain are located to the south. There is residential development (Country Walk) to the west and strip retail and residential to the north. There is a gas station and residential uses to the south (City of Keller). Properties front on Davis Boulevard (FM 1938) (7 traffic lanes) – projected traffic counts 29,818 ADT.

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Change the Office Commercial land use designation to Mixed Use and note that residential development or a garden office use is recommended as a transitional use between the Country Walk subdivision and future development along F.M. 1938. Change the Retail Commercial land use designation to Mixed Use noting that if the property is developed non-residentially that the scale of development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Low profile office/health and medical uses and other identified target retail/restaurant uses as identified in the Economic Development Plan are encouraged. Non-residential buildings located along Davis should be located near the front building line (front on Davis Blvd.) with parking or the majority of parking behind the building. Design of properties should be conducted in a manner that preserves or even highlights the Big Bear Creek area. If the property is developed as a residential subdivision it should be walkable with pedestrian pathway connections to open

Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Office Commercial and Retail Commercial designations with Mixed Use.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.3, 1.4, 1.7, 1.8

PDS

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space areas as well as to the F.M. 1938 sidewalk system.

Randol Mill Property

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Consists of 2.77 acres. The current land use designation is Low Density Residential and the zoning is SF-1A.  The property is located on the west side of Randol Mill Ave. (F.M. 1938) approximately 800 feet north of the intersection of F.M. 1938 and W. Southlake Blvd. The property fronts on F.M. 1938 and the only vehicular access is to F.M. 1938. Surrounding uses include the Carpe Diem preschool to the south on property zoned “S-P-2” Generalized Site Plan District with limited “C-2” Local Retail Commercial uses and single family properties to the west and north zoned “SF-1A” Single Family Residential District.

Southlake Market Place

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Approximately 24.5 acres. The land use designation is Retail Commercial and the zoning is C-3 General Commercial District. The site includes approximately 202,000 square feet of retail, anchored by the former Walmart Neighborhood Market/Albertson building (59,000 sf) and the Hobby Lobby building (55,832 sf).

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Due to adjacent commercial uses and frontage on F.M. 1938 a change to the land use plan from Low Density Residential to Office Commercial may be considered in conjunction with a zoning and site plan application. If the site is developed in a manner consistent with the Office Commercial land use category the following should be considered: o Ingress and egress to the property should be from the existing commercial drive located to the south. o Office development should be of an appropriate scale, height and density for the site. o Parking should be provided behind the building and not along F.M. 1938. o Preserve the tree area along the western portion of the property.

Continue to pursue a public/private partnership with the City, the management company, and individual property owners to improve vehicular access into the property. Consider rezoning the property or portions of the property to allow more flexible parking requirements for possible uses compatible with the shopping area and the adjacent residential neighborhood (Southlake Woods).

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.4, 1.8

PDS

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.5, 1.8, 3.8, 6.3, 9.3

PDS

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

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If the property or properties are rezoned, aspects for improving the aesthetics of the center/parking area should be considered. Such aspects may include landscaping, provision of open space, lighting, replacement of nonconforming signs, and other signage improvements.

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Extend the Office Commercial land use category to the north along Peytonville Avenue to include the Varsity Orthopedics office building property. Future retail or possibly office uses on F.M. 1709 (Tree Farm) should be consistent with the City’s identified target industries. As the undeveloped office properties along Peytonville are developed ensure cross access (north –south) between properties is provided. Limit the number of drives onto Peytonville Ave. to a maximum of 2 by sharing driveway access. Provide internal cross access from Players Circle to Peytonville Ave. as the properties are developed. Encourage residential development consistent with the medium density land use category on the back (southern) portion of the tree farm. Office development may also be considered as an appropriate use. The scale of the office development is intended to be consistent with the surrounding area and uses. Development of the southern portion of this area should be approved in a manner that is sensitive to adjacent residential properties in the Southlake Woods neighborhood, particularly related to noise, traffic, building heights, lighting and views.

There are approximately 1,000 parking spaces in the shopping center. Improvements to the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 intersection have resulted in ingress and egress challenges. The City’s current parking requirements have resulted in less flexibility to market available tenant space.

Players Circle and Peytonville Properties Approximately 33 acres. The land use designation is Medium Density Residential and Retail Commercial.

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Consists of Players Circle (C-3 zoning), Green Oaks Tree Farm (C2 zoning – non conforming use), retail (drug store), medical office and homes along Peytonville (C-2, O-1, and S-P-2).

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Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Retail Commercial Designation with the Office Commercial Designation on the existing developed office property on Peytonville Ave.

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.3, 1.8

PDS

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Southlake Activity Center (former Senior Center property)

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Consists of 12.7 acres. The current land use designation is Public/Semi-Public and the zoning is CS.

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Surrounding uses include Rockenbaugh elementary school to the east; offices to the north; undeveloped property to the west; and residential to the south.

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The property is owned by the City however, it is not considered park property because it was not purchased with SPDC funds. There is significant tree cover on the property (central portion of the property).

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Building location on the properties should be located near the front building line (front on F.M. 1709 or Peytonville Ave.) with parking or the majority of parking behind the buildings. The City should retain this property and use it for low impact passive recreation uses (walking/jogging/exercise/ educational trails, disk golf). Retain the tree areas. Clean up the pond area and make it a property amenity. Consider retaining the old senior center building to allow for meeting/event space. Provide appropriate park amenities (benches, trash cans, signage, etc.).

Tier 1 – Amend the Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Community Facilities Plan to indicate that the City will retain this property as undeveloped open space.

CBO3; Quality Development; C3

1.4, 1.8, 4.6, 4.7, 8.1, 8.3

PDS

Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.11, 3.1, 3.2

PDS

Parkview Drive does not connect between Byron Nelson Drive and F.M. 1709. The adjacent neighborhood is opposed to a connection of the streets.

Rucker Properties Approximately 80 acres. Current land use is Office Commercial to the north and medium density residential to the south. Zoning is predominantly AG, with RPUD, S-P-1, and S-P-2 classifications on some of the northern parcels. There is garden office/medical office development to the north of Zena Rucker Road. Undeveloped agricultural property to the south.

Retain the applicable recommendations from the Southlake 2030 Carroll/1709 Small Area Plan:  Buildings’ backs facing Zena Rucker Rd. or F.M. 1709 should be limited. Rear facades should face the interior of the site.  Clustering of housing may be appropriate for the preservation of critical environmental resources and open space.  Preserve heavily wooded areas, especially within drainage areas and the floodplain.  Regional drainage opportunities should be explored.  Encourage water reuse for irrigation.  Encourage green building design and

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Approximately 12 acres. The land use designation is Medium Density Residential and Office Commercial.

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Office development adjacent to Carroll Avenue.  Cross Lane (Foxboro Subdivision) is stubbed out to the west property line.

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FM4 from Southlake 2030 Plan

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practices. Preserve and enhance existing creeks and ponds. Development should be pedestrian-oriented, emphasizing pedestrian connectivity to the sidewalk system. Consider a roundabout at the intersections of Rucker and the north-south connector (Tower Blvd.). Provide curvilinear streets. Provide street trees between the sidewalk and street curb. Recommend a parkway buffer and street trees adjacent to Rucker Road. Extend the Medium Density Residential land use designation south to the north property line of the office developments on F.M. 1709 (1100 and 1110 E. Southlake Blvd.). For properties fronting on Carroll Ave., garden office uses may be considered if development is planned in a comprehensive manner. Buffer existing and future residential uses from office uses. Any future connection of Cross Lane to Carroll Ave. is not intended. Any office development along Carroll Ave. should have cross access back to the traffic signal at F.M. 1709/Tower Plaza as well as to the office properties to the south to access the existing drive cut on Carroll Ave. A new drive cut at Carroll Ave. and Main Street is not recommended due to existing traffic conditions/volumes at this intersection and the close proximity to the light.

Tier 1 – Amend the Consolidated Land Use map to replace the Office Commercial designation with the Medium Density Residential designation. Ongoing – Evaluate development proposals per the recommendations.

CBO3; Quality Development

1.3, 1.8

PDS

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

F.M. 1709/F.M. 1938 Mobility Mobility in general and traffic along F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 is a major concern of the citizens and businesses. The 2030 Mobility Plan includes a number of recommendations that address mobility/congestion along F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 including the following:  MT 20 – F.M. 1709/Pearson Intersection Improvements;  MT 22 – F.M. 1709 Flyover from SH 114;  MT 25 – F.M. 1938/Continental Blvd Improvements; and  The Intersection Capacity Improvements that address geometric, signal timing, and pedestrian facility recommendations. Due to limited right of way and the inability to expand roadways and intersections to handle traffic demand, the use and implementation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) to handle traffic demand and improve pedestrian/bicycle safety is critical. Elements of ITS include but are not limited to the following: Adaptive Signal Control; Advance Signal Systems; Variable Speed Limits; Dynamic Message Signs (DMS) ; InVehicle Systems (IVS); Road Geometry Warning; Pedestrians Safety Warning; Bicycle Warning; and Response Routing.

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Study and implement ITS to help mitigate the impact of traffic congestion in the City.

Tier 1 – Update the 2035 Mobility Plan to include an ITS section and recommended implementation schedule.

CBO2; Mobility; C2; B6

3.1, 3.2, 3.7, 3.8

PDS, PW

Efficient Mobility Options

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F.M. 1938 Medians Traffic volumes are expected to increase along F.M. 1938 with the completion of the widening project. Also development and redevelopment along F.M. 1938 is expected to be more likely with increased traffic.

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Encourage TXDOT to provide medians along F.M. 1938 consistent with the City’s Median Plan.

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Explore the addition of a traffic signal at Sunset and F.M. 1938 once warranted.

F.M. 1938 is constructed as a seven (7) lane facility with a center turn lane. This type of lane configuration creates additional vehicle conflict points.

Tier 1 –Formally petition TXDOT to provide medians along F.M. 1938 consistent with the City’s Major Corridors Urban Design Plan and Median Plan.

Mobility; Safety and Security; C2

1.9, 1.10, 3.1, 3.2, 3.5, 3.7, 3.8

Efficient Mobility Options

On-going - Plan and provide commercial drive cuts consistent with the F.M. 1938 median plan.

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Improve the aesthetics of the F.M. 1938-F.M. 1709 intersection in a manner consistent with the City’s urban design themes.

Tier 1 –Work with TXDOT to provide low profile landscaping in and around the intersection. Tier 2 – Work with TXDOT to fund and provide pavement enhancement at this intersection.

Mobility; Quality Development

1.9, 1.10, 3.2, 3.7

Quality Places

F.M. 1709 Sidewalks

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Tier 1 – In the 2035 Mobility Plan identify the gaps in the F.M. 1709 sidewalks as top priority segment to complete.

Mobility; Infrastructure; CBO2; C2

1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.8

There are a few remaining gaps in the sidewalk system along F.M. 1709. This includes the following segments:  2417 W. Southlake Blvd.  100 and 200 E. Southlake Blvd.  2801, 2821, 2855 and 2905 E. Southlake Blvd. Hills Church Retaining Wall/Sidewalk

Provide a continuous sidewalk system along F.M. 1709.

Pedestrian Design, Efficient Mobility Options, Healthy Communities

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Design or retrofit hardscape (culverts/retaining walls) along the City’s major roadway corridors in a manner that is consistent with the City’s Urban Design Plan.

Tier 1 – Work with TXDOT to allow resurfacing of the retaining wall consistent with the City’s urban design theme.

Mobility; Quality Development

1.9, 1.10, 3.2

Quality Places

F.M. 1938 Intersection Enhancement With the completion of the F.M. 1938/F.M. 1709 intersection, a significant number of vehicles (80,000 ADT) will travel through the intersection. Limited right of way in and around the intersection restricts the ability for monument or other types of structures. However, low profile landscaping and special intersection treatment is a possibility.

The large concrete embankment adjacent to the Hills Church property/sidewalk is not constructed in a manner consistent with the F.M. 1709 urban design theme.

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Pedestrian Crossings by Town Square

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Encourage pedestrian crossings at the intersections of F.M. 1709 and Carroll Avenue and F.M. 1709 and Central Avenue through signage and creation of a walkable environment.

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Extend the sidewalk from the Shops of Southlake to the F.M. 1709/Central Avenue intersection to improve access.

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Consider the utilization of an alternative form of transportation such as a trolley to move people between Town Square, Shops of Southlake and Park Village.

The medians on F.M. 1709 in front of Town Square may have inadvertently encouraged more pedestrians to cross F.M. 1709 at State Street and Grand Avenue instead of at the signalized intersections. The City is undertaking an Alternative Transportation Study that will evaluate alternative modes of transportation to move visitors to and from Town Square, Shops of Southlake, Park Village, Gateway Church and future/existing employment and hotel sites.

F.M. 1938 Sidewalks With the completion of the Ridgeview neighborhood, there is an increased need for pedestrian connectivity along F.M. 1938 south of F.M. 1709 and along Continental Blvd. Sidewalks along the east side of F.M. 1938 would provide access to shopping and services (at the corner of Continental and F.M. 1938) as well as access to Koalaty Park and Carroll Elementary School.

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Reassess pedestrian connectivity along F.M. 1938 south of F.M. 1709 as well as along Continental Blvd.

Tier 1 – Work with TXDOT and implement the recommendations of the Southlake Citywide Intersection Analysis Study related to pedestrian crossings at the F.M. 1709/Carroll and F.M. 1709 Central Intersection. Recommended improvements include: 1) Provide count down PED signal heads for all (16) crossings; 2) Reconstruct curb ramps (16) on each corner to be two directional and align with crosswalks; 3) Restripe all crosswalks and stop bars to align with new curb ramps; 4) Place push buttons at landing of each ramp.

Mobility; Safety & Security; C2

1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.8

Pedestrian Design, Activity Centers, Quality Places, Efficient Mobility Options, Healthy Communities

Mobility; Safety & Security; C2

1.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.8

PDS, PW

Pedestrian Design, Efficient Mobility Options, Healthy Communities

Tier 1 – Implement the recommendations of the City’s Alternative Transportation Study in regards to moving visitors and shoppers across F.M. 1709. Tier 1 - Explore grants for sidewalks along F.M. 1938 south of F.M. 1709.

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Compacted soil and lawn mowing practices around the Bur Oak trees along the east side of Carroll Avenue (adjacent to Southlake Town Square) have stunted their growth.

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Encourage best practices for maintenance around the trees.

Tier 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Identify and implement best practices for maintenance around the trees.

Quality Development

7.5

Environmental Stewardship

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Images of Bicentennial Park

Central Park

Summit Park

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Southlake Activities Center

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Central Park

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Explore options to activate the park and attract users.

Park area in front of the Shops of SouthlakeCentral Market.

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Modify the Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Community Facilities Plan (PROCFP) and include recommendations to make the park more inviting to the public. Possible improvements to consider include: 1) Construct an arched entry feature at the south parking lot that opens the park in the Central Market corridor; 2) add vendor kiosks; 3) add shade trees in grass areas; 4) install a concrete plaza with water play features with a filtration system; 5) add an ice skating rink during the holiday season; and 6) add a natural vegetative edge.

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The City should retain this property as undeveloped open space along F.M. 1938.

The park consists of a large fountain, hardscape, benches, picnic tables, and trees. The park is at lower elevation than the adjacent parking lot. The park is not utilized by shoppers or visitors. The park provides symmetry with the park in Town Square. Undeveloped park property on F.M. 1938 Approximately .72 acres of city owned park property that was formerly identified for Safety Town. Significant tree cover along F.M. 1938. Property fronts on F.M. 1938. There is a gas station and bank located to the south, DPS West building to the east, and open space and a small undeveloped lot to the north.

Tier 1 – Modify the PROCFP to include recommendations for improvements to Central Park that will result in the park becoming more attractive and user friendly.

Tier 1 – Amend the Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Community Facilities Plan to indicate that the City will retain this property as undeveloped open space.

Quality Development, C3

1.1, 4.6

CS, PDS

Quality Places

Quality Development

7.5

CS, PDS

Environmental Stewardship

Southlake 2035 | Ordinance No. 1183 Adopted on December 5, 2017

ORDINANCE NO. 1183

AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 CORRIDOR PLAN AS AN ELEMENT OF THE SOUTHLAKE 2035 PLAN, THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE. WHEREAS, a Home Rule Charter of the City of Southlake, Texas, was approved by the voters in a duly called Charter election on April 4, 1987; and, WHEREAS, the Home Rule Charter, Chapter XI requires an update to the City’s comprehensive plan elements every four years, WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan is an element of the Southlake 2035 Plan, the City’s Comprehensive Master Plan, WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan complies with the Southlake 2035 Vision, Goals, & Objectives, WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan provides the guiding principles for all the elements of the Comprehensive Plan, including the Land Use and Master Thoroughfare Plans, for the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridors, WHEREAS, the City Council has deemed that the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan has been formulated with adequate public input, WHEREAS, the City Council has deemed that the recommendations in the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan herein reflect the community’s desires for the future development of the F.M. 1709 and F.M. 1938 Corridors,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS, THAT: Section 1.

All of the findings in the preamble are found to be true and correct and the City Council hereby incorporates said findings into the body of this ordinance as if copied in its entirety.

Section 2.

The statements in ‘Exhibit 1’ are hereby adopted as the F.M. 1709 – F.M. 1938 Corridor Plan of the Southlake 2035 Plan.

Section 3.

The different elements of the Comprehensive Master Plan, as adopted and amended by the City Council from time to time, shall be kept on file in the office of the City Secretary of the City of Southlake, along with a copy of the ordinance and minute order of the Council so adopting or approving the same. Any existing element of the Comprehensive Master Plan which has been heretofore adopted by the City Council shall remain in full force until amended by the City Council as provided herein.

Section 4.

This ordinance shall be cumulative of all provisions of ordinances of the City of Southlake, Texas, except where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict

with the provisions of such ordinances, in which event the conflicting provisions of such ordinances are hereby repealed. Section 5.

It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section.

Section 6.

The City Secretary of the City of Southlake is hereby directed to post the proposed ordinance in its entirety on the City website together with a notice setting out the time and place for a public hearing thereon at least ten (10) days before the second reading of this ordinance, and if this ordinance provides for the imposition of any penalty, fine or forfeiture for any violation of any of its provisions, then the City Secretary shall additionally publish this ordinance in the official City newspaper one time within ten (10) days after passage of this ordinance, as required by Section 3.13 of the Charter of the City of Southlake.

Section 7.

This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and publication as required by law, and it is so ordained.

PASSED AND APPROVED on the 1st reading the 7th day of November, 2017.

__________________________ MAYOR ATTEST:

__________________________ CITY SECRETARY PASSED AND APPROVED on the 2nd reading the 5th day of December, 2017.

_________________________ MAYOR ATTEST:

__________________________ CITY SECRETARY

APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY:

_________________________________ CITY ATTORNEY DATE:___________________________ ADOPTED:_______________________ EFFECTIVE: ______________________

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Appendix A

Vision, Goals & Objectives Adopted by City Council on June 20, 2017 Ordinance No. 1173

SOUTHLAKE 2035 VISION STATEMENT

Southlake will continue to enhance its status as a desirable, attractive, safe, healthy and fiscally-sound community with quality neighborhoods, while maintaining a high standard of living, learning, shopping, working, recreation, and open spaces. Southlake will continue to be a vibrant community that epitomizes both economic and environmental sustainability.

SOUTHLAKE 2035 GOALS & OBJECTIVES

Goal 1: Quality Development

Promote quality development that is consistent with the Urban Design Plan and existing development patterns, well- maintained, attractive, pedestrian-friendly, safe, contributes to an overall sense of place and meet the needs of a vibrant and diverse community.

Objective 1.1

Encourage the maintenance and enhancement of existing neighborhoods, features and amenities in order to preserve property values and a unique sense of place.

Objective 1.2

Create and preserve attractive pedestrian-friendly streets and pathways to encourage transportation alternatives to the automobile.

Objective 1.3

Encourage appropriately-scaled neighborhood design that compliments existing development patterns while creating unique places, recognizing that quality residential neighborhoods are the cornerstone of our community.

Objective 1.4

Emphasize creativity and ensure environmental stewardship in the design of all development and public infrastructure, maximizing the preservation of desirable natural features such as trees, topography, streams, wildlife corridors and habitat.

Objective 1.5

Promote unique community character through a cohesive theme by emphasizing urban design detail and performance standards for structures, streets, street lighting, landscaping, entry features, wayfinding signs, open spaces, amenities, pedestrian/automobile orientation and transition to adjacent uses.

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Objective 1.6

Consider high-quality single-family residential uses as part of a planned mixed-use development at appropriate transitional locations.

Objective 1.7

Explore and encourage opportunities for redevelopment when appropriate.

Objective 1.8

Ensure high-quality design and a heightened sensitivity towards the integration of new development with the existing development and urban design pattern.

Objective 1.9

Strengthen street and landscape design standards to enhance the visual quality along major corridors.

Objective 1.10 Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas Department of Transportation to improve the appearance of roadways, bridges, embankments and entryways into the City. Objective 1.11 Ensure that city- and developer-provided infrastructure is functional, aesthetically well-designed, and integrated with the natural environment. Objective 1.12 Continue to strengthen the City’s regulations to encourage effective signage that is appropriately designed and scaled to minimize adverse impacts on community aesthetics.

Goal 2: Balance

Maintain a balanced approach to growth and development in order to preserve the City’s assets (schools, public safety, and competitive edge in the region) and fiscal health.

Objective 2.1

Encourage a balance of uses, including retail, office, medical, hospitality, entertainment, institutional, industrial and residential that is both responsive to and sustainable within changing market conditions and sustains growth in property values for the future.

Objective 2.2

Support appropriate public-private financial partnerships that will help retain and enhance the City’s economic base.

Objective 2.3

Ensure the City’s built environment fosters a positive relationship between the taxable value of real property and the corresponding cost of municipal services.

Goal 3: Mobility

Develop an innovative mobility system that provides for the safe, convenient, efficient movement of people and goods, reduces traffic congestion, promotes energy and transportation efficiency and promotes expanded opportunities for citizens to meet some routine needs by walking or bicycling.

Objective 3.1

Provide a safe and efficient streets and pathways network that allows travel to shopping areas, schools, parks and places of employment, reducing the need to travel on the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major arterials (FM 1709, FM 1938, or SH 114) and minimizes cut-through traffic in residential neighborhoods.

Objective 3.2

Implement and promote a mobility system that addresses safety, design, comfort and aesthetic elements such as landscaping, crosswalks, railing, lighting, traffic-calming and signage in order to provide distinct character and functionality for the City.

Objective 3.3

In accordance with a need identified by the Citizen Survey, provide and promote a continuous pedestrian pathways system that is user-friendly, efficient, safe, economical, and connect parks, shopping, schools, work and residential areas.

Objective 3.4

Pursue opportunities to link Southlakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pathways to systems in adjacent cities and trails on the Corps of Engineers property.

Objective 3.5

Identify and prioritize the funding and construction of mobility system capital improvements projects according to the impacts on safety, system efficiency, costs, and improving levels of service for roadways.

Objective 3.6

Increase safe bicycle mobility when reasonably possible.

Objective 3.7

Continue to promote a strong working relationship with the Texas Department of Transportation to identify, design and implement projects that prevent or relieve congestion in the area.

Objective 3.8

Continue to evaluate and improve upon the existing mobility system within the City, maintaining existing infrastructure, making required improvements and evaluating innovative ways to integrate transportation and land use.

Objective 3.9 Obtain adequate right-of-way for future roadway corridors and improvements.

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Goal 4: Parks, Recreation and Open Space Support a comprehensive integrated parks, recreation and open space system for all ages that creates value and preserves natural assets of the City.

Objective 4.1

Ensure that new development incorporates usable open space.

Objective 4.2

Ensure that parkland and open spaces include an integrated mix of developed and natural areas with consideration of protecting the City’s ecosystem and wildlife corridors.

Objective 4.3

Promote water conservation and reuse in the design of parks and open spaces.

Objective 4.4

Utilize partnerships to create open space and recreation facilities.

Objective 4.5

Ensure an even geographic distribution of park facilities and recreation activities—both active and passive—for citizens of all ages.

Objective 4.6

Provide a full range of park facilities and linear linkages that will accommodate the current and future needs of the City’s residents and visitors.

Objective 4.7

Integrate passive recreational opportunities into preserved natural and drainage areas.

Objective 4.8

Incorporate feedback received from the Parks and Recreation Citizen Survey into recreation activities and park facilities.

Objective 4.9

Acknowledge the City’s rich natural history, heritage and historical landmarks.

Objective 4.10 Determine parkland desirable for dedication as part of the development process based on classification, location and maintenance cost. Objective 4.11 Prioritize investments in existing and established parks understanding that there will be strategic opportunities for land acquisition. Objective 4.12 Incorporate educational and learning opportunities within parks and related facilities. Objective 4.13 Pursue recreational and educational opportunities on Corps of Engineers property compatible with the goal of protecting and preserving the existing ecosystem for future generations.

Goal 5: Public Safety

Establish and maintain protective measures and policies that reduce danger, risk or injury to property and individuals who live, work or visit the City.

Objective 5.1

Maintain a level of police, fire and ambulance services commensurate with population and business needs.

Objective 5.2

Provide effective and efficient professional public safety services in partnership with the citizens we serve, encouraging mutual respect and innovative problem-solving, thereby improving the quality of life in our community.

Objective 5.3

Ensure compliance with the stated standard of response coverage and industry guidelines through the provision of facilities, equipment, personnel and roadways.

Objective 5.4

Ensure that all buildings and public facilities are constructed in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and standards.

Objective 5.5

Maintain the continued compliance with national standard of excellence through the accreditation process.

Objective 5.6

Enhance and promote public safety through public-private partnerships and utilization and training of volunteers.

Objective 5.7

Maintain a high level of community readiness through training and communications among neighborhood and volunteer groups and city, county, state, and federal entities.

Objective 5.8

Develop and implement safety education programs that enhance the quality of life and safety in the community.

Objective 5.9

Promote security of public buildings and infrastructure.

Objective 5.10 Ensure safe and healthy working conditions for city staff, volunteers and officials by providing security, facility, vehicular and equipment maintenance, information, education and training.

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Goal 6: Economic Development

Create a diversified, vibrant and sustainable economy through the attraction and support of business enterprises and tourism meeting the vision and standards desired by City leaders.

Objective 6.1

Promote the City both nationally and regionally as a great place to live, work, visit, shop and recreate.

Objective 6.2

Provide necessary, desirable and diverse goods and services for residents of the City.

Objective 6.3

Foster an environment that retains and supports existing businesses to ensure the sustainability of our existing tax base.

Objective 6.4

Attract desired businesses to ensure economic growth as well as continued employment and services for residents of the City.

Objective 6.5

Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City business through the promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry in the City.

Objective 6.6

Develop a clear and understandable incentive policy that accomplishes the business attraction and retention goals of the City and is based on factors such as job creation, investment, quality of business, return on investment and overall value to the community.

Objective 6.7

Foster communication between the public and private sectors.

Goal 7: Sustainability

Encourage the conservation, protection, enhancement and proper management of the natural and built environment.

Objective 7.1

Maintain and implement policies to reduce the use of nonrenewable resources, such as energy in the heating, cooling, and operation and maintenance of city facilities.

Objective 7.2

Promote public awareness and education on such sustainability issues as public health, energy and water conservation and overall environmental stewardship.

Objective 7.3

Promote sustainable public and private development practices and patterns, building design, water-use reduction and waste reduction while maintaining the existing character of the city.

Objective 7.4

Protect surface, storm, and groundwater quality from septic discharge, impervious surface runoff, improper waste disposal and other potential contaminant sources.

Objective 7.5

Conserve, restore and promote tree and plant cover that is native or adaptive to the City and region while also protecting existing significant vegetation and maintaining the existing character of the City.

Objective 7.6

Protect and enhance air quality in coordination with federal, regional and local agencies.

Objective 7.7

Recognize the importance of and protect the biological diversity for the ecological and aesthetic benefits to the community.

Objective 7.8

Define, protect, and celebrate the local Cross Timbers Ecosystem as a community asset for future generations.

Objective 7.9

Assess and minimize the ecological impact of any new trails provided on Corps of Engineers property.

Goal 8: Community Facilities Plan and provide quality community facilities and services that effectively meet the service needs of Southlakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residents and businesses. Objective 8.1

Provide a level of community facilities that meet the needs of both the existing and projected population.

Objective 8.2

Encourage cooperation with the school districts in planning for and financing community facilities to encourage the cost-effective provision of resources.

Objective 8.3

Systematically evaluate City-owned buildings in terms of their quality of service delivery and prioritize maintenance and renovation accordingly. Incorporate new computer and telecommunications technologies into public buildings and designated areas in order to improve time and cost efficiency of service delivery and to meet increasing demands of information access and sharing.

Objective 8.4

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Goal 9: Partnerships

Fully utilize and coordinate with the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many partners to address issues facing the area, provide services and facilities, promote volunteerism, support events and programs and encourage economic growth.

Objective 9.1

Partner with other government entities, non-governmental organizations and the North Central Texas Council of Governments to address regional and local issues.

Objective 9.2

Continue mutually beneficial partnerships between the City and local school districts to explore the provision of facilities, services, technology, and other opportunities through open communication and close coordination.

Objective 9.3

Continue active partnerships with non-profit organizations, civic groups and local businesses to create opportunities that benefit the community.

Objective 9.4

Partner with local school districts to educate Southlakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth in their municipality and seek youth input when planning the future of our community.

Goal 10: Infrastructure Through sound management and strategic investment, develop, maintain, improve and operate public infrastructure that promotes health, safety and an enhanced quality of life for all members of the community.

Objective 10.1 Ensure equitably-distributed and adequate services and facilities. Objective 10.2 Plan and program land acquisition and the installation of all essential public facilities to reasonably coincide with the need for such facilities. Objective 10.3 Identify and implement programs where costs may be shared by multiple agencies and/or developers. Objective 10.4 Provide for adequate public water and sewer services in appropriate areas of the City. Objective 10.5 Provide and maintain an effective stormwater management system throughout the City. Objective 10.6 Maintain and enhance existing infrastructure and levels of service through the provision of timely maintenance, repair and replacement as needed.

Objective 10.7 Provide and maintain effective solid waste collection and recycling programs for residents. Objective 10.8 Provide a streetlight system for adequate illumination and a wayfinding signage system for pedestrian and driver safety where appropriate.

Goal 11: Tourism Enhance the quality of life for residents and the sustainability of City businesses through the use and promotion of the tourism, convention and hotel industry as a tool for the local economy in the City. Objective 11.1 Promote a destination image for the City and continuously evolve it to adapt to changing economic conditions. Objective 11.2 Support programs enriching experiences for residents and visitors. Objective 11.3 Increase awareness and utilization of the hotel accommodations and meeting facilities in the City. Objective 11.4 Promote and implement programs that increase the patronage of businesses in the City. Objective 11.5 Support events held in the City that promote the Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tourism goal and objectives. Objective 11.6 Support partnerships with other businesses and organizations that are mutually beneficial. Goal 12: Community Engagement Promote and prioritize initiatives that involve and empower home owners associations, residents and businesses to collaborate with the City of Southlake in achieving community objectives Objective 12.1 Use technology to engage the community on topics of interest that informs and facilitates the exchange of information. Objective 12.2 Provide opportunities for the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth to advise and participate in policy and decision making, while investing in future generations. Objective 12.3 Implement effective engagement strategies, such as Town Hall Forums, that solicit input from the community. Objective 12.4 Engage with community groups to identify opportunities to enhance transparency and encourage participation in local government.

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Appendix B

Appendix C North Texas 2050 Guiding Principles Excerpted from North Texas 2050 www.visionnorthtexas.org

Development Diversity – Meet the needs of changing

and natural assets, creation of new landmarks and gathering spaces, use of compatible architectural and landscape design, and support for the activities and institutions that make each community unique.

markets by providing a mix of development options and land use types in communities throughout the region. 2.

Efficient Growth – Promote reinvestment and redevelopment in areas with existing infrastructure, ensure that new infrastructure supports orderly and sustainable growth, and provide coordinated regional systems of natural and built infrastructure.

Pedestrian Design – Create and connect pedestrian-(and

facilities and operations that provide multi-modal choices for the efficient and sustainable movement of people, goods, and services. 9.

Housing Choice – Sustain and facilitate a range of housing opportunities and choices that meet the needs of residents of all economic levels and at all stages of life.

Activity Centers – Create mixed use developments that are centers of neighborhoods and community activities and serve as hubs of non-automobile transportation systems.

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Quality Places – Strengthen the identities of the region’s diverse communities through preservation of significant historic structures

Educational Opportunity – Provide opportunities for all North Texans to have access to the schools, people and technology they need for success in learning throughout their lives.

11.

Healthy Communities – Identify and support functional, sustainable infrastructure and institutions that offer North Texans access to affordable, nutritious foods, opportunities for physical activity, and access to wellness and primary care services.

Environmental Stewardship – Protect, retain or enhance the region’s important natural assets (including its air, water, land and forests) and integrate these natural features and systems into the character of the region’s communities and the experiences of its residents.

Resource Efficiency – Design buildings, sites, communities and regional systems to use water, energy, and renewable resources responsibly, effectively and efficiently, and to retain non-renewable resources for the use of future generations.

bicyclist) oriented neighborhoods, centers and places throughout the region. 4.

Efficient Mobility Options – Invest in transportation systems,

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Implementation – Achieve the region’s vision by adoption of compatible comprehensive plans and ordinances for cities and consistent investment plans for regional systems; involve citizens and stakeholders in all aspects of these planning processes.

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Appendix D Illustrative Recommendations Map from the Southlake 2030 Carroll/1709 Small Area Plan